Learning Specialist (Training)

Devereux; Newfoundland (PA); On-site; CAD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Continuing education support

Generous time off

403(b) retirement plan

Student loan repayment assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Devereux Pocono Center is seeking a Learning Specialist to schedule and deliver training for staff, applying a range of adult learning techniques. The role emphasizes supporting behavioral health programs and employee development.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience, plus familiarity with LMS platforms and data collection tools. A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment is offered with strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in development, education, training, or related field preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in behavioral healthcare setting with staff training; CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention/Intervention preferred.
• Experience with learning management systems and data collection/analysis platforms (Absorb, MyAvatar, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Schedule and deliver training and development to Devereux employees using varied instructional strategies for adult learners.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and leadership to implement training programs.

Skills

Staff training

Adult learning

LMS experience

Curriculum design

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Absorb LMS

MyAvatar

Job description

Are you a training professional with experience supporting, implementing, planning and coordinating trainings? Do you enjoy improving job performance? Does your experience include working within the mental health or developmental disabilities field?

Devereux Pocono Center provides programs and services for adults with developmental disabilities. Located in Newfoundland, PA the Learning Specialist schedules and delivers training and development to Devereux employees using a variety of instructional strategies and activities suited for adult learners.

Being a Learning Specialist at Devereux Pocono has its Advantages!

You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer:

• A chance to be part of something that supports the community you live in
• A fun and fast-paced environment
• A group of like-minded peers to share knowledge, thoughts and ideas within the field of Behavioral Health
• Working environment that is collaborative with multidisciplinary team
• The ability to interface with many levels of Leadership
• A robust tuition assistance and development program
• Excellent benefit package

Payrate: $19.11/hr-$21.79/hr dependent upon experience

Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment!

Learn more about the Pocono Center!

Learn more about Devereux's ASCEND Program, benefitting our hard-working healthcare heroes!

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in development, education, training, or related field preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 years’ experience working within a behavioral healthcare setting. At least 1 year of experience conducting staff training and development, preferably in health care or social services setting. Instructor's certification in First Aid, CPR, and Crisis Prevention/Intervention preferred. Experience with learning management systems and data collection/analyzing platforms (Absorb, MyAvatar, and/or other internal and external software applications pertinent to the position) preferred.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission:

Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE